How it works: To maintain a great smile, you should brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes. Brush DJ helps you brush your teeth for the full two minutes by randomly selecting a song from your iTunes playlist that you can brush along to.

This app is great for impatient brushers who need some entertainment to keep them going — kids included.

What it does: Allows you to visualize braces, fillings and whiter teeth

How it works: If you’ve ever wondered what you’d look like with braces or whiter teeth, this app lets you upload a photo of yourself and creates a photo-realistic image with these dental effects applied. You can even go through a virtual simulation of teeth fillings, teeth reshaping and the application of veneers.

How it works: This free game for kids ages 5 and up does more than entertain; it teaches your child about good oral hygiene. Your child can brush along with a two-minute video that teaches them how to cover all areas of their mouth, which allows them to advance along a map where each step is locked by a curse that only proper brushing can unlock!

How it works:Dental Expert is like an on-hand encyclopedia for all your dental questions and concerns. Find out how to choose a good dentist, what you should know about X-rays, preventative care tips, how to keep your dental costs down, what to do during dental emergencies and more, all while on-the-go.

Cost: Free to download

Operating system: iOS

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How it works: This app gives you on-hand communication with your dentist when you need it. You can alert your dentist if you have a dental emergency or need to access treatment information. You can also sync appointments with your calendar and use the app to request future appointments.

Cost: Free to download

Operating system: iOS and Android

If you’re an adult who’s been wondering about the benefits of braces, sometimes a virtual simulation just isn’t enough. Here’s how to find out if you really need them >

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